Overview

Angiotensin II is a very potent chemical that causes the muscles surrounding blood vessels to contract, thereby narrowing the vessels. The narrowing of the vessels increases the pressure within the vessels causing high blood pressure (hypertension). Angiotensin II is formed from angiotensin I in the blood by the enzyme angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE). ACE inhibitors are medications that slow (inhibit) the activity of the enzyme ACE, which decreases the production of angiotensin II. As a result, the blood vessels enlarge or dilate, and blood pressure is reduced. This lower blood pressure makes it easier for the heart to pump blood and can improve the function of a failing heart. In addition, the progression of kidney disease due to high blood pressure or diabetes is slowed. ACE inhibitors are used for controlling blood pressure, treating heart failure, preventing strokes, and preventing kidney damage in people with hypertension or diabetes. They also improve survival after heart attacks. Because they prevent early death resulting from hypertension, heart failure or heart attacks, ACE inhibitors are one of the most important group of drugs. This book presents important research in this field.

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Author:   Anne N DeBrue
Publisher:   Nova Science Publishers Inc
Imprint:   Nova Science Publishers Inc
Weight:   0.732kg
ISBN:  

9781606926192

ISBN 10:   1606926195
Pages:   238
Publication Date:   21 July 2009
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
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Table of Contents

Preface; Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors; Adverse Effects of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitor: A Review of the Literature and Case Report; Plant-Derived Substances as ACE inhibitors; The Proper Use of Angiotensin-Covering Enzyme Inhibitors in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease; Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors in Coronary Artery Disease and Preserved Left Ventricular Systolic Function; Dual Blockade of the Renin-Angiotensin System: Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibition, Angiotensin Receptor Blockade and Renin Inhibitor; Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors in Renal Disease; Kallikrein-Kinin Pathways in Mediate the Hypotensive Action of Angiotensin Converting Enzyme (ACE) Inhibitors; Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors: Improving Utilization and Adherence; Angiotensin Blockade in Pediatric Chronic Kidney Disease; Index.

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